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Grilled Salad

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A vibrant and refreshing salad featuring tender black beans simmered with aromatic spices. Tossed with a zesty lime, olive oil, and fresh herb dressing, this dish offers a bold Mediterranean flavor profile. Perfect for lunch, picnics, or as a side to grilled meats, it keeps well and tastes even better the next day.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 1
Calories: 550
Dietary: Vegan
Description
A vibrant and refreshing salad featuring tender black beans simmered with aromatic spices. Tossed with a zesty lime, olive oil, and fresh herb dressing, this dish offers a bold Mediterranean flavor profile. Perfect for lunch, picnics, or as a side to grilled meats, it keeps well and tastes even better the next day.
Ingredients
  • Dried black beans
  • Dried thyme
  • Salt
  • Fennel seed
  • Garlic, peeled
  • Bay leaf
  • Red onion, chopped
  • Red bell pepper, chopped
  • Parsley, chopped
  • Cilantro, chopped
  • Scallion, chopped
  • Ground cumin
  • Cayenne pepper
  • Olive oil
  • Lime juice (about 5 limes)
  • Salt and pepper
Directions
  1. 1
    Sort the beans carefully, discarding any small pebbles that may be mixed in.
  2. 2
    Soak the beans in cold water to cover for 5 hours, then drain and rinse them well.
  3. 3
    Put the beans in a saucepan and add enough water to come about 1 1/2 inches above them.
  4. 4
    Add the thyme, salt, fennel seed, garlic, and bay leaf.
  5. 5
    Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer, uncovered, for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, or until the beans are tender but not mushy.
  6. 6
    Drain the beans and rinse them under cold water for 1 minute to stop the cooking process.
  7. 7
    Drain them again.
  8. 8
    In a large bowl, combine the dressing ingredients (red onion, red bell pepper, parsley, cilantro, scallion, ground cumin, cayenne pepper, olive oil, lime juice, and salt and pepper) and mix well.
  9. 9
    Add the beans, toss, and serve.
  10. 10
    This salad keeps for 4 to 5 days covered and refrigerated.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1 pie

Amount Per Serving
Calories 550kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 26.1g41%
Saturated Fat 3.9g20%
Sodium 2523mg106%
Total Carbohydrate 77.8g26%
Dietary Fiber 25.8g104%
Sugars 7.9g
Protein 18g36%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: black beans, grilled salad, mediterranean, lime dressing, vegan, vegetarian, gluten free, side dish, fresh herbs, spiced beans
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